Internet Crime Information Center

Law enforcement officials take Internet crime very seriously. If you have questions about Internet crime, Contact our firm to schedule a consultation with an experienced Internet crime attorney for straightforward answers.

Manhattan Internet Crime Lawyers:

Not surprisingly, Internet crime has become more and more common with the growth of the Internet and with the proliferation of access to it. Law enforcement has kept up. Federal and state governments dedicate extensive resources each year to fighting Internet crimes, including fraud, identity theft charges, hacking and computer sex crimes such as the possession of child pornography. When you have been accused of an Internet crime, it is important to work with a law firm with the resources to aggressively pursue your defense. Contact The Blanch Law Firm, located in the heart of Manhattan, by calling 888-984-5079 .

Internet Crime - An Overview:

The Internet has changed everyday life in ways too numerous to count. Instantaneous communication with people all over the world has become commonplace. The new technology has also created new legal issues, particularly in the area of criminal law. If you are facing charges of Internet crimes, including possession of child pornography and soliciting sex from a minor, contact Blanch Law Firm P.C. in New York, New york, to schedule a consultation with a criminal defense attorney.
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Identity Theft:

Identity theft happens when a person steals someone else's personal information and uses it to acquire loans, credit cards, automobiles and other items. The thief may even use the victim's identity to secure employment or avoid criminal charges. The information that perpetrators of identity theft seek includes Social Security numbers, addresses, phone numbers, bank account information and credit card information. Over the past decades and with the growth of the Internet, identity theft has become an increasingly visible problem. Law enforcement, prosecutors and legislators have focused numerous resources on combating identity theft.
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Child Pornography:

The Internet has become a common means for the distribution of child pornography. Child pornography is illegal virtually everywhere in the world, and numerous law enforcement agencies have made it a priority. This means that cases are investigated and prosecuted aggressively.
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4-1-9 Scams and Advance Fee Fraud:

Many people who have email accounts have received a message promising a fabulous sum of money in return for assisting in the transfer of funds out of a country, usually Nigeria. Numerous businesses have also received faxes making similar offers. These proposals are part of a fraudulent scheme called a "4-1-9 scam"; it is named after the section of the Nigerian criminal code dealing with such fraud.
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Solicitation of a Minor on the Internet:

Solicitation of minors for sexual purposes on the Internet is an issue that has grown immensely in the past decade. It is a crime that has garnered a great deal of attention; news magazine shows highlight "stings" of alleged sexual predators, and the government and advocacy groups widely distribute information to help parents protect their kids. The consequences of a conviction for soliciting a minor on the Internet can be very serious.
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